Contents Dolphin Hybrid RS 1 - Suction Pool Cleaner
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1. Suction Line is sufficient as recommended by the pump manufacturer Suction Line Setup Connect the Hose The Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner connects to the pump of your pool either by a built in dedicated suction line or through one of the pool skimmers Connect the Hose Sections in the pool under water Switch the pool pump OFF Insert the flexible Skimmer Adapter only if needed into the suction line opening and make sure to connect the Automatic Safety Valve Allows water flow into the pump in case the Cleaner is blocked by a forgien object Dolphin Hybrid RS 1 Suction Pool Cleaner Operating Instructions 3 If connecting to a skimmer choose the skimmer located r CoM size closest to the center a me WA m iM of the longest pool Ape AA wall Safety Valve Safety Valve Remove the skimmer nae asl basket and push the Chamber Chamber male end of a Hose Section into the Safety Valve using a twisting motion Deep Skimmer Shalow Skimmer If using a shallow skimmer connect the 90 Adapter to the automatic Safety Valve before connecting the Hose Section to ensure proper suction flow Drawing C Continue connecting additional sections until the hose is long enough to reach from its pool connection to the most distant edge of the pool plus two extra sections Make sure to add the Float 40 cm 1 30 ft above the Dolphin Hybrid C2. extra sections Drawing A If needed you can purchase additional hose sections from your supplier Replacement parts are also available Two extra hose sections 2 Dolphin Hybrid RS 1 Suction Pool Cleaner Operating Instructions Warnings A e Do not enter the pool while the cleaner is working e Maytronics is not responsible for any damage to the external pump Specifications e Weight 4 5 kg 9 9lb e Hose length 10 Hoses of 1 17m 3 83ft e Required water flow 5 8m3 Water conditions e Chlorine Max 4ppm e pH 7 0 7 8 e NaCl Max 5000ppm e Temperature 6 34 C 43 93 F An optional Leaf Canister is also available for purchase from your supplier A The Leaf Canister traps leaves and other large debris preventing blockage of the lt pool filter system For maximum energy backwash savings and environmentally friendly operation we recommend using the Leaf Canister Pool Preparation To prepare the pool for cleaning Remove any large objects that might E interfere with the First ti Hose Hose a ee cleaners opera ION Section Section Make sure that the Safety Valve Sucti water level reaches Safety Valve 5 ling ANNAN the skimmers Skimmer Skimmer 2 Adapter Adapter Backwash the pool filter and make sure that suction pressure Connecting to Skimmer Connecting to
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4. cator Flow Indication Action In satisfactory range Connect the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner and begin the cleaning process To correct the flow do one or more of the following Make sure that the water level of the pool reaches the skimmer Check that the hose is not twisted or bent near the pool connection If it is use the 90 Adapter Close unused skimmers or main drain Make sure that the skimmer used for the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner is fully opened Remove trapped air from the hose and Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner Tighten connections between Hose Sections Backwash the main filter and clean the skimmer and pump basket Below MIN Open unused skimmers partially if closed If the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner is connected to a dedicated suction line Above MAX adjust its control valve on the pool pump If the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner is connected to a skimmer reduce the suction on the pool pump f T a Connect the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner Make sure that the pool pump is switched OFF Disconnect the Flow Indicator Drawing E Make sure the Float is connected on the hose 40 cm 1 30 ft above the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner Make sure that the hose is entirely under the water level and is filled with water Hold the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner by the handle and put it in the water Turn the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner upside down to remove any trapped air Connect the hose end to the Dolphin Hyb
5. ister and hose sections under the water Make sure to remove trapped air from the Leaf Canister Turn the pump ON O00000 OS Leaf amp debris Filter Dolphin Hybrid RS 1 Suction Pool Cleaner Operating Instructions Removal from the Pool and Storage When you choose to remove the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner from the pool Ensure to switch the pool pump OFF Disconnect the Skimmer Adapter from the suction line opening Disconnect the Safety Valve Disconnect the Hose Sections pulling them slowly one by one out of the pool When you reach the section connected to the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner grasp the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner handle and remove the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner from the pool Drawing J Remove the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner from the pool only by its handle Store the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner and Hose Sections out of direct sunlight Do not store the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner where it will be exposed to excessive heat or frost Make sure that Hose Sections are in a straight position Drawing K For longer life of the equipment it is recommended to rinse the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner and parts with tap water Reopen all skimmers Troubleshooting The Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner is designed to operate with a minimum of user maintenance If a problem does occur try to determine the cause Often the solution is already part of the standard operating inst
6. leaner on the last Hose Section Drawing F 8 amp Install the optional Leaf Canister between the first and second Hose Sections under water as well Air trapped in the hose can damage your pump Check Flow The Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner operates on the suction power of the pool system Satisfactory flow is important to ensure proper cleaning and to prevent damage to the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner Ey Make sure to stop operation of the pool drain while the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner is working NOTE To make sure that flow is satisfactory Completely immerse the hose in the water and remove any trapped air Connect the Flow Indicator to the free end of the hose under water level Switch the pool pump ON Check the Flow Indicator Drawing D Make sure that the indicator is between MIN and MAX If the indicator is not in the satisfactory range there may be air trapped in the hose Wait approximately two minutes while lt D the pump continues to operate to remove any trapped air Ifthe indicator remains outside the satisfactory range correct unsatisfactory flow according to the instructions in the following table After each action check flow with the Flow Indicator If flow is still unsatisfactory proceed to the next action Dolphin Hybrid RS 1 Suction Pool Cleaner Operating Instructions Operating above the MAX may damage the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner CAUTION Table 1 Flow Indi
7. rid Cleaner Drawing F Make sure that the hose is firmly connected Ensure that there is a small space between the locknut and the pipe Realese the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner in the pool Restart the pump Dolphin Hybrid RS 1 Suction Pool Cleaner Operating Instructions 5 Cleaning Process The Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner continues to clean your pool as long as the pool pump is operating The time required to cover all pool surfaces depends on the pool size In general 1 2 hours are sufficient During operation refer to the indicator lights Drawing G on the cleaner to make sure that the Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner is functioning properly see table below Table 2 Indicator Lights Light Indication Red 2 sec Start of operation Blue slow blinking Proper functioning The Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner is moving forward Blue fast blinking Proper functioning The Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner is making a turn Blue and red 2 sec Proper functioning The Dolphin Hybrid Cleaner identifies a wall Red blinking e Insufficient flow To correct unsatisfactory flow refer to Table 1 e Use the Troubleshooting Guide Table 3 Clean the Leaf Canister Make sure the pump is OFF Disconnect the Leaf Canister and hold the adjacent Hose Section Open the lid by turning it anticlockwise Remove the filter Clean out leaf and other debris Drawing H Rinse the filter Return the filter and lid Connect the Leaf Can
8. ructions in this booklet If you cannot solve the problem easily contact your supplier Dolphin Hybrid RS 1 Suction Pool Cleaner Operating Instructions 7 The following are typical problems that might occur and possible solutions Table 3 Troubleshooting Symptom The Cleaner does not move or moves slowly without indicator light The Cleaner moves on the back wheels only The Cleaner moves on the front wheels only The Cleaner gets stuck on the pool drain The hose is twisted The Cleaner is turning in circles Air bubbles at the exit of the water from the jets or a noise of air suction Possible Solutions e Correct insufficient flow Refer to Table 1 e Remove the service opening cover on the Cleaner bottom Drawing L and clean out any trapped debris Drawing M e If a track slipped off the wheels return it If this occurs frequently purchase replacement tracks from your supplier e Contact your supplier for repair e Connect additional Hose Sections e Correct excessive flow Refer to Table 1 e Make sure that the Float is in the correct position Refer to Connect the Cleaner on page 5 e Remove the Float from the last Hose Section e Make sure to stop operation of the pool drain while the Cleaner is working 1 Turn the pump OFF 2 Remove the Cleaner from the pool 3 Open the swivel and clean it Drawing N 4 Close the swivel properly and make sure the swivel moves freely e The s
9. uction is below MIN Refer to Table 1 If does not help contact your supplier 1 Ensure that the hoses are firmly fastened 2 Ensure that the Leaf Canister lid is firmly closed Dolphin Hybrid RS 1 Suction Pool Cleaner Operating Instructions
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